cosmetics

Background

Cosmetics are used to clean, perfume, change the appearance, protect or correct the body odours of skin, hair, nails, lips, teeth and mouth. Cosmetics in Europe must comply with the European Regulation 1223/2009. Manufacturers are obliged to have a Product Information File (PIF) available on demand and a cosmetic product must be notified in the CPNP database when placed on the market. Cosmetics can be recognized by the mentioning of a “Responsible Person” on the packaging material.

Regulatory documentation and services for cosmetics

We perform safety evaluations on the ingredients of a potential cosmetic product and advise whether the product will comply with Regulation 1223/2009 or not. We prepare complete Product Information Files including i.e. a safety assessment report, description of the manufacturing method, clinical evidence for the to be used claims, and packaging texts conform Reg. 1223/2009.